Council approves airport grant

ODESSA — The Odessa Town Council voted Monday to deny a request to vacate a portion of an alley in Block 5 between East Fifth and East Sixth avenues, citing concerns over access costs and safety after a public hearing drew opposition from residents worried about utility maintenance and vehicle navigation.

The decision followed a letter from resident Dennis Bergquist’s attorney, who supported the closure as long as it didn’t restrict his access. Council members debated the undeveloped west end, filled with rocks and trees, estimating high costs to make it usable.

“I think it’s more of a safety...